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Niagara USA to host national fishing media
Wed, May 1st 2013 12:15 pm
The Niagara Tourism and Convention Corp. helped to land some "big ones" in the outdoor media world. National media will be in town next week for some of the area's stellar spring fishing.
First Paddles Up Niagara '13 meeting held
Fri, Apr 26th 2013 02:25 pm
The next Paddles Up Niagara will promote Grand Island at the eighth annual edition of the signature event of the Niagara River Greenway Commission.
Gallagher plays in Bowman Cup
Fri, Apr 26th 2013 02:20 pm
Ty Gallagher of Grand Island played defense for the Buffalo Senior All-Stars in the 2013 Bowman Cup at First Niagara Center.
CBS online platforms to offer extensive second screen experience for 2013 NFL Draft
Thu, Apr 25th 2013 02:40 pm
CBSSports.com will offer an extensive second screen experience for the 2013 NFL Draft with "Draft Show Live," featuring live programming online and on the CBS Sports mobile app throughout all three days of the event.
Sabres Green Team to plant trees at Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Thu, Apr 25th 2013 02:25 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced the Sabres Green Team will join the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy to plant 23 trees at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Buffalo on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Shotwell in Bowman Cup
Sat, Apr 20th 2013 07:00 am
Goaltender Tyler Shotwell of the Lewiston-Porter Varsity Lancers makes a save on Rochester in the Bowman Cup at First Niagara Center on Monday, April 15.
Pittsburgh-Boston NHL game pushed to Saturday; Buffalo-Pittsburgh game moved to Tuesday
Fri, Apr 19th 2013 06:55 pm
The game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Boston Bruins scheduled for tonight at TD Garden has been postponed, the National Hockey League announced today.
Sabres' 'Fan Appreciation Night' goes digital
Fri, Apr 19th 2013 06:40 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced a new component of its popular "Fan Appreciation Night" promotion by offering fans watching from home a chance to win prizes along with fans in attendance at the Sabres-Islanders game on April 26. "Fan Appreciation Night Goes Digital" will enable fans to win one of three premium prizes by watching the game broadcast on MSG.
Alex Friesen Summer Nationals a must-attend
Fri, Apr 19th 2013 02:15 pm
The Alex Friesen Summer Nationals is a highly coveted event within the northeast short track modified fold. Offering some of the biggest paydays for the 358 Modified competitors, the Alex Friesen Summer Nationals is a must-attend event on many calendars.
Run for Boston
Fri, Apr 19th 2013 02:15 pm
To honor the victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy, the Newfane Saturday Running Group will host a 2.6-mile run/walk/bike/roll on Saturday, April 20, starting at 9 a.m.
Buffalo Sabres-Boston Bruins telecast is fourth best-ever for single regular season game on NBC Sports Network
Fri, Apr 19th 2013 12:10 am
NBC Sports Network's "Wednesday Night Rivalry" telecast featuring the Buffalo Sabres against the Boston Bruins resulted in record-setting regular-season viewership.
Peters plays in Bowman Cup
Thu, Apr 18th 2013 03:15 pm
Niagara-Wheatfield hockey player Matt Peters (No. 6) was selected to play for the Buffalo Seniors All-Stars in the 2013 Bowman Cup.
Golf returns to Beaver Island State Park
Thu, Apr 18th 2013 12:15 pm
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has announced that the golf course at Beaver Island State Park is now open.
Boston Bruins look to clinch playoff spot with win against Buffalo Sabres on NBC Sports Network
Wed, Apr 17th 2013 09:20 am
Zdeno Chara and the Boston Bruins (56 pts.) host Drew Stafford and the Buffalo Sabres (42 pts.) at TD Bank Garden in Boston on NBC Sports Network's "Wednesday Night Rivalry" at 7:30 p.m.
Spring fever with Queen City Roller Girls
Tue, Apr 16th 2013 05:05 pm
Spring fever will burn through the air during Queen City Roller Girls' annual "Hell on Wheels" as the Lake Effect Furies rumble with downstate's Long Island Roller Rebels followed by the Suicidal Saucies taking on the Devil Dollies. The double-header begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, at the Rainbow Rink in North Tonawanda.
CBS Sports 2013 Masters final-round coverage earns ratings increases 26 percent
Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
CBS Sports' final-round coverage of the 2013 Masters on Sunday, April 14, which saw Australia's Adam Scott win the coveted green jacket after an extra-holes playoff win against Argentina's Angel Cabrera, earned an average household rating/share of 10.2/21, up 26 percent from last year's 8.1/19 in the Nielsen metered markets.
Sabres recall forward Mikhail Grigorenko
Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced that forward Mikhail Grigorenko was recalled from the Quebec Remparts of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
Dan Hicks to call Notre Dame football on NBC
Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:25 pm
Dan Hicks, NBC Sports Group's longtime and critically acclaimed golf and Olympic commentator, will join NBC Sports' Notre Dame football coverage this season as its lead play-by-play voice. His first assignment comes this Saturday, April 20, when NBC Sports Network presents Notre Dame football's 84th annual Blue-Gold Game at 1 p.m.
The Masters on CBS Sports is second most watched in 12 years
Tue, Apr 16th 2013 01:20 pm
An estimated 44.3 million viewers (Persons 2+) watched CBS Sports' third- and final-round coverage of the 2013 Masters on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14, making it the second-largest number of viewers to watch all-or-part* of the network's weekend coverage of the Masters in 12 years.
Boater safety class offered
Mon, Apr 15th 2013 09:05 am
Beaver Island State Park will be offering a safe boating course from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, in the lower level of the Beaver Island Clubhouse. This course is for ages 10 and up and is recommended for recreational boaters and paddlers. This class is required for personal watercraft operators.
Planning underway for Mighty Niagara Half Marathon and Hospice Dash 5K
Mon, Apr 15th 2013 07:00 am
Niagara Hospice reports the highly anticipated Mighty Niagara Half Marathon and Hospice Dash 5K Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, Sept. 21. The half marathon begins with a pre-race concert at Artpark and offers one of the most scenic routes in New York state.
Sabres break ground on HARBORcenter
Sat, Apr 13th 2013 01:20 pm
HARBORcenter Development LLC officially broke ground Saturday on HARBORcenter, a mixed-use hockey and entertainment facility being developed on the Webster Block in downtown Buffalo, directly across Perry Street from First Niagara Center.
Sabres sign defenseman Chad Ruhwedel
Sat, Apr 13th 2013 01:00 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced the Sabres signed free agent defenseman Chad Ruhwedel (ROO-wee-dell) to a two-year, entry-level contract.
Peep frogs - a sure sign of spring
Sat, Apr 13th 2013 07:00 am
Perhaps you have heard choruses of those fascinating little critters of nature, and you never knew what you were listening to. I didn't when I first heard tiny peepers about 30 years ago.
Niagara Falls Country Club sets open house
Fri, Apr 12th 2013 11:25 pm
The Niagara Falls Country Club, 505 Mountain View Drive in Lewiston, will host an open house on Thursday, May 9, to kick off the spring 2013 season.
Buffalo Sabres statement regarding defenseman Tyler Myers
Fri, Apr 12th 2013 10:20 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier announced Friday that defenseman Tyler Myers suffered a broken bone in his leg during Thursday's game against the Montreal Canadiens and will miss the remainder of the 2012-13 season.
Mihalich leaves NU for coaching position at Hofstra
Thu, Apr 11th 2013 07:25 pm
Joe Mihalich was announced as the new men's basketball coach at Hofstra University on Long Island. Mihalich had previously served 15 years as the men's basketball coach at Niagara University.
Fishing piers now open
Thu, Apr 11th 2013 12:20 pm
The fishing pier at the base of the New York Power Authority's Robert Moses Niagara Hydroelectric Power Plant in Lewiston opened April 8 for the season. The fish cleaning station will also be available as long as temperatures remain above freezing.
Illusions cheer at nationals
Thu, Apr 11th 2013 12:15 pm
The 2013 Town of Niagara Illusions Cheerleaders went to national competition in Erie, Pa., and took first place in their team category and the national championship award for the recreation division.
State Parks seeking partners at Beaver Island State Park
Thu, Apr 11th 2013 11:55 am
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has released two separate requests for proposals for food, beverage and catering operations, as well as operation of the golf course and food and beverage, for the golf course at Beaver Island State Park on Grand Island.
Registration now open for 5th annual 'Run With the Rapids' 5K
Tue, Apr 9th 2013 06:50 pm
Registration is now open for the fifth annual "Run with the Rapids" 5K, on Saturday, May 18, in downtown Niagara Falls. This USA Track & Field-sanctioned race benefits the Downtown Niagara Falls Business Association.
Streaking Pittsburgh Penguins face-off with Buffalo Sabres
Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:50 pm
NBC Sports Network will cover the Pittsburgh Penguins' chase to break the NHL record for consecutive wins ('92-93 Pittsburgh Penguins - 17 games) by airing the team's next two games. NBC Sports Network will telecast Tuesday's matchup between the Penguins and Buffalo Sabres at 7:30 p.m., and Wednesday night's contest against the New York Rangers at 7:30 p.m.
Sabres sign forward Tim Schaller
Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced the Sabres signed free agent forward Tim Schaller to a two-year, entry-level contract.
Sabres recall defenseman Adam Pardy
Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:45 pm
Buffalo Sabres General Manager Darcy Regier has announced that defenseman Adam Pardy has been recalled from the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
OUN: 14th annual golf raffle fundraiser features grand prize trip to California
Tue, Apr 2nd 2013 03:25 pm
Sponsored by Upstate Pharmacy, WGRZ-TV Channel 2, Compu-Mail and Niagara Falls Coach Lines, the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation's 14th annual golf raffle is taking place on Sunday, April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Sanborn Firehall.
NBC Sports Radio launches live 24/7
Mon, Apr 1st 2013 12:20 pm
NBC Sports Radio goes live today with full, 24/7 sports-talk programming to entertain, inform and engage sports fans nationwide. In addition to a starting lineup of 257 affiliated stations, the network introduces a newly designed, revamped website at NBCSportsRadio.com and a customized NBC Sports Radio mobile app for Android and Apple devices.
New season pass at Seneca Hickory Stick
Fri, Mar 29th 2013 05:00 pm
The Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course is introducing its new season pass for 2013. The "Frequent Fairways Pass" includes unlimited golf, unlimited range, unlimited cart, a 14-day booking window, and the New York State Golf Association Handicap. This package runs for $2,750 plus applicable taxes.
2013 Scotty Bowman Showcase rosters announced
Fri, Mar 29th 2013 01:00 pm
The Buffalo Sabres have announced the rosters for the ninth annual Scotty Bowman Showcase, which will take place on Monday, April 15, at First Niagara Center.
DiMino Lower Niagara Running Series adds three races
Wed, Mar 27th 2013 07:00 am
The DiMino Lower Niagara Running Series is gearing up for another great running season with a generous $10,000 donation from Anthony DiMino, owner of Tops in Lewiston, and the addition of three new races.
Rebecca Lowe to serve as host of Premier League for NBC Sports Group
Tue, Mar 26th 2013 05:30 pm
Rebecca Lowe, who currently serves as co-host of ESPN UK's coverage of Premier League soccer, has signed a multi-year agreement with NBC Sports Group to serve as its host of the Premier League beginning in August, it was announced Tuesday.
 

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